At a Glance
Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City is a mid-size public community college in Kansas City, MO. Approximately 10,649 undergraduates are enrolled. Trimble Wildlife Lake is about 21 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 34 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 83/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Location
Kansas City, MO
Campus Identity
Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City is a mid-size public community college in Kansas City, MO. Approximately 10,649 undergraduates are enrolled. Trimble Wildlife Lake is about 21 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 34 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 83/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City is a 10,000–19,999, urban school. The campus is 34 miles from Snow Creek Ski Area.
School Size & Setting
10,000–19,999
Urban setting
Weather
Warm Climate
50°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Snow Creek Ski Area, 34 miles away with 6 lifts and 30 skiable acres. All are within 183 miles of campus.
Missouri
Nearby Lake
Trimble Wildlife Lake is 21 miles from campus, giving Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Trimble Wildlife Lake
Lake access within 21.3 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Kansas City, MO
Kansas City has a mild climate, with winters averaging 31°F in Jan and summers peaking around 81°F in Jul.
Station: KANSAS CITY DOWNTOWN Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City in MO earns a composite safety score of 83/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,630 | $9,600 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $3,630 | $9,600 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
63 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City located?
Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City is located in Kansas City, MO. The main campus address is 3200 Broadway, Kansas City, MO. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
How many students attend Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City?
Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City enrolls 10,649 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City charges $3,630/year for in-state students and $9,600/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost is approximately $9,210/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $8,398/year — what students actually pay. Use Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City the right fit for me?
Whether Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($8,398/year after aid), campus culture in Kansas City, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Kansas City, MO
- Size
- 10,000–19,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 50°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 83/100
- Nearest Airport
- Kansas City, MO (MKC) · 4 mialso MCI (17 mi), STJ (52 mi)